NMMS Scholarship (Karnataka) Selection Process 2026
How Candidates are Selected
Based on the performance in the state-level NMMS written exam (MAT and SAT papers) and family income limit of ₹3,50,000. Available for students in government/aided schools in Class 8.
Verification Flow
Institute Nodal Officer Verification
Your college/school checks your bonafide status, fees paid, and marks cards against the database.
District Welfare Officer / State Board Sanction
The state/central department approves the budget release for verified records based on category quotas.
Fund Disbursement via DBT
The bank issues direct fund credits to Aadhaar-seeded accounts using treasury payment systems.
FAQs for NMMS Scholarship (Karnataka)
Q.What is the eligibility criteria to appear for the NMMS exam in Karnataka?
Students must be in Class 8 in a government, government-aided, or local body school, have secured at least 55% marks in Class 7 (50% for SC/ST), and have a parental income of up to ₹3,50,000.
Q.What is the scholarship amount and duration for NMMS?
Selected students receive ₹12,000 per year (₹1,000 per month) from Class 9 to Class 12, provided they maintain the required marks and pass each class in the first attempt.
Q.What are the renewal marks requirements for NMMS?
Students must secure at least 55% marks in Class 9 and Class 11 (50% for SC/ST) and at least 60% in Class 10 (55% for SC/ST) to continue receiving the scholarship.